Junior or Intermediate Estimator

Custom Metal Contracting Ltd is a leading trade contractor which designs, manufactures, and installs aluminum panel systems, metal cladding, and architectural metal works for commercial, institutional, and high-rise projects.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Estimator will be responsible for the preparation of material and quantity take-offs and estimates from architectural drawings, as well as preparing product breakdowns for costing and all costs associated with tendered estimates.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working as part of a team and alongside the Estimating Manager you will produce quotations covering all aspects of architectural panels, cladding and metal roofing.
• Review scope of work, specifications, and addendums for projects.
• Produce accurate quantity take offs to determine appropriate project costs.
• Attend scope meetings with customers.
• Produce project estimates and customer quotations.
• Collaborate with department peer groups to ensure that best practices, high quality quotation documents, and competitive pricing is provided consistently and in a professional manner.
• Communicate with Suppliers and Subcontractors for technical support and pricing.
• Maintenance of job files, project digital database, attend project meetings, client meetings and senior management meetings when required.
• Attending pretender site meetings to prepare an accurate estimate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings (primarily architectural drawings) and specifications
• Skill level required for this position would be considered junior to intermediate, with a good understanding of basic building envelope science and commercial construction techniques.
• Exceptional teamwork and communication skills (extremely proficient in English), with a strong attention to detail.
• Need to be proficient in MS Office programs, particularly Excel and Word.
• Familiar with digital take-off software (Bluebeam).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, which is very deadline focused.
• Strong/above average math skills

EDUCATION:

• College or post graduate degree preferably in Architectural Technology or similar.
• Candidates with construction experience and a strong ability to interpret construction drawings and project specifications may be considered.